THOMAS JOSEPH

Isn't it great to have positional depth, especially at the key positions?

Well done.

Quite a satisfying game.

You're right. Unlike Sielaff, Hutt isn't above bring legitimately critical.

Hutton was right on the cusp of a more stringent criticism, but held his tongue. Loved Lalli's call and X's bid for the inside-the-parker. The out required perfect defensive execution. Forcing that is good. Kudos to Phillips. Well done.

Thanks for the comprehensive report.

Why not extend Bachar to five innings? If he's game, it's a nice card to hold for situations like the Marlins now face. Also, Garrett should be back any day now.

The basic strategy is obviously to run up the pitch count, and an early run or two greatly achieves that goal against a premier pitcher. Failure to cash in against Wheeler in the first inning portended the loss.

I thought Skenes was already in the Hall of Fame.

Marlins sweep the series with Owen Caissie taking the series MVP.

Let the guy play and see what happens. What, he's the difference in making the playoffs? Of course not.

Anxious to see the revamped Shrimp in action.

I figure both Alcántara and Fairbanks will go in July, and that is probably best for long-term business both on the field and for team finances. With the option year, the team that trades for El Caballo will have an excellent price point, even if there is no extension. If we figure the Marlins near 70 wins as configured, keeping these two is hard to justify. As hard as the public relations hit will be, I don't believe the team has any compunction in making the move(s). The remodeled team is on track, the minor leagues are rejuvenated, and we are optimistic that the new CBA will create a more equitable ecosystem in baseball. Perhaps that is Pollyannish thinking, but we have no choice. The TV revenue situation has exacerbated matters to the point that all these moves are necessary and has created a high probability that on-field play will not occur in 2027 or will be significantly truncated. Howling about individual issues is a fan's prerogative, but the systemic issues cannot be delayed any longer. We are fast approaching the proverbial chickens coming home to roost between MLB and the MLBPA.

The "strong up the middle" quest is, hopefully, solved. Marsee, relax, and get on track, brother! The competitive window is ajar and you can throw it wide open. You're a huge key to the team's success right freaking now.

Fresh reinforcement exactly where and when we need it. Regarding pitching, Whatever happens with Paddock's role, if any, Garrett and Snelling are on deck. I'm not worried, barring multiple injuries to starters. Frankly, Eury is more of a concern to me right now.